Responsible for the senior management of the Western Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association and for ensuring that it carries out the mission and goals of the Alzheimer's Association in its designated territory. Provide executive leadership in developing and implementing Association strategic policies, procedures, and services to those served by the Association.

The Alzheimer's Association, Western Carolina Chapter provides patient and family services, information and referral, education, and advocacy in the 49 western North Carolina counties. We provide a variety of services including a 24-Hour Helpline, support groups, educational programs, and MedicAlertÂ®+Alzheimer's Association Safe ReturnÂ®Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Essential Job Functions

Provide executive leadership for the Chair, the Board of Directors, key Board committees, and staff to enable timely and responsible decision-making.

Develop productive, collaborative relationships with other community groups whose missions interrelate with and support the Chapter's work to maximize program delivery opportunities

Lead the management team and, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, develop current operating plans and budgets, providing appropriate financial oversight

Position the Chapter and its programs to maximize fund development opportunities; solicit key donors and develop key community, corporate, government and related sectors in support of the Chapter's fundraising goals

Guide, develop and coach staff

Serve as a spokesperson for the Chapter to the public, ensuring that written and verbal communication about the Chapter reflects its diversity, mission, and goals

Represent the Association at public events, conferences, workshops and media event

Provide leadership in developing strategic implementation plans for future growth of the Chapter which are aligned with the nationwide strategic plan of the Alzheimer's Association

Provide executive leadership for the X Chapter and implement Board policy decisions within the Chapter.

Provide leadership in the area of Chapter Board development

Ensure support for the Chapter's involvement in advocacy efforts to improve public policy

Ensure the adequacy and soundness of the Chapter's financial structure